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Staff at Essex hospitals to strike for three days over plans for new shift system

The workers will take strike action on February 4, 5 and 6

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LIVE updates as 'all traffic stopped' after TWO crashes at same junction on M25

A multi-vehicle crash on the M25 means traffic is being held with long delays. Live updates here.

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LIVE updates as London Overground line suspended for hours by signal failure

A London Overground line is predicted to be suspended for hours after a signal failure. Live updates here.

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London bin crowned as best in the world by son and dad on 'rubbish' mission

A rubbish bin enthusiast is on the hunt to find the best in the world.

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Ex-wife among group of Londoners on trial after drug dealer killed in acid attack

The ex-wife of a drug dealer who grew up in south east London and was killed in a fatal acid attack is among six Londoners charged with his murder.

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House of Lords backs calls to ban social media for under 16s

A ban on social media for under-16s has been backed by the House of Lords following growing calls from campaigners including actor Hugh Grant.

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Martin Lewis issues alert to 14 million Brits who could save hundreds

Martin Lewis has issued urgent advice everyone should follow to reduce their annual bills.

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Amazon Fire TV device to stop working within weeks with support for product ending

Amazon has confirmed it will be discontinuing support for its Fire TV Blaster, with devices to stop working over the coming weeks.

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Foundations for next Gallows Corner flyover segment laid as progress pictured

The latest progress at Gallows Corner has been pictured in new drone photos.

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The key London Underground closures to be aware of this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (January 23 to 25) and don't be caught out.

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Woman dies and six in hospital after double stabbing, crash and large fire in London

Two men and four children are in hospital and a woman has died after a double stabbing, a large fire and a crash across London in two days.

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'Make your signs clear' - Driver hits out at council after parking fine near station

All parking signs outside Gidea Park station on the Elizabeth line are set to be inspected after a Dagenham resident urged Havering Council to "make your signage clear".

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Barking handyman 'killed customer who was suing him', court told

A trial into the death of a man who had hired the defendant is ongoing

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Excessive Screen Time Threatens Childhood: Experts Urge Parents to Act

Children are spending more time on screens than ever, but a growing number are rediscovering the joys of real-world play, creativity, and adventure.

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Chaos as mouse spotted running around the Ritz as guests enjoy afternoon tea

The Ritz London has launched an investigation after diners spotted a mouse running around the restaurant.

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London's best and worst train stations have been revealed - Do you agree?

A travel expert has named the best and worst train stations in London. Do you agree with the ranking?

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Two stabbed in one horrifically violent day across London

Two people have been stabbed in horrifically violent attacks across London in just one day during the weekend.

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Barking handyman killed and robbed customer who was suing him in Dartford

A handyman from Barking murdered and robbed a customer in Dartford using scissors and cable ties, after they sued him for just over £2,000.

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Romford man jailed after he was caught stealing from church

Romford man Ionut Constantin was jailed for stealing metal and building supplies from St Chad's Church in Chadwell Heath.

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Will you be able to see Northern Lights in the UK tonight? Aurora Borealis returns

The Northern Lights could be be visible across parts of the UK again tonight (January 20) following Monday's Aurora Borealis display - see where